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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Good
- Origin
- Hebrew (also a Scandinavian variant of Tove)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- TOH-vah
Tova is a girl's name of Hebrew origin that means "good," and it is also used in Scandinavia as a variant of Tove. It's pronounced TOH-vah, and it has a vintage feel while still sounding clean and modern. Short and easy to say, it's a name most people will get right the first time.
Meaning & Origin of Tova
Meaning: Good.
Origin: Hebrew (also a Scandinavian variant of Tove).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Tova
TOH-vahIPA /ˈtoʊvə/
Popularity of Tova
Tova is uncommon in the U.S.: it ranked #2684 in 2024, with 65 babies given the name. Its highest ranking came back in 1984, when it reached #1750 with 63 babies.
Names Like Tova
These names share Tova’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Tova mean?
Good. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Tova?
Tova is pronounced TOH-vah (IPA: /ˈtoʊvə/).
Is Tova a popular name right now?
Tova peaked at #1750 in 1984 and is ranked #2684 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1942–2024.)
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